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Standard head unit/ amp

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James S
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08-05-2018, 04:00 AM
#1
What happens when you connect an aftermarket to the standard amp? Or could I connect the standard amp to the pre-outs on an aftermarket amp?
James S
08-05-2018, 04:00 AM #1

What happens when you connect an aftermarket to the standard amp? Or could I connect the standard amp to the pre-outs on an aftermarket amp?

FunkMasterJay
Member
160
08-05-2018, 07:41 AM
#2
I deleted my amp altogether and just installed a bypass loom. I still have standard speakers with my Pioneer HU and they sound great...but not good enough in terms of clarity and definition.
FunkMasterJay
08-05-2018, 07:41 AM #2

I deleted my amp altogether and just installed a bypass loom. I still have standard speakers with my Pioneer HU and they sound great...but not good enough in terms of clarity and definition.

Stoney
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08-05-2018, 07:45 AM
#3
Integration with the standard amp is complicated, and should only really be attempted by someone very competent with auto electrics.

The basic options are:
A) run standard system.
B) aftermarket headunit, amp by-pass cable and standard speakers.
C) aftermarket headunit, amp by-pass cable and aftermarket speakers.
D) aftermarket headunit, aftermarket amp, aftermarket speakers.

All of the following are probably possible, but are not generally done, due to the way the system works, and complexity of the task would probably not be worth the hassle for the given results:
Running standard headunit with aftermarket amps.
Running aftermarket headunits with standard amp.
Running aftermarket speakers with standard amp.
Running standard speakers with aftermarket amp.

[Image: tempsig2.jpg]
Confusedad: It was a tough call to make, but the Supercharged IS200 is being retired. Confusedad:
Stoney
08-05-2018, 07:45 AM #3

Integration with the standard amp is complicated, and should only really be attempted by someone very competent with auto electrics.

The basic options are:
A) run standard system.
B) aftermarket headunit, amp by-pass cable and standard speakers.
C) aftermarket headunit, amp by-pass cable and aftermarket speakers.
D) aftermarket headunit, aftermarket amp, aftermarket speakers.

All of the following are probably possible, but are not generally done, due to the way the system works, and complexity of the task would probably not be worth the hassle for the given results:
Running standard headunit with aftermarket amps.
Running aftermarket headunits with standard amp.
Running aftermarket speakers with standard amp.
Running standard speakers with aftermarket amp.


[Image: tempsig2.jpg]
Confusedad: It was a tough call to make, but the Supercharged IS200 is being retired. Confusedad:

FunkMasterJay
Member
160
08-05-2018, 07:49 AM
#4
I am going for option D. Just a matter of getting everything together so I can do the full job in one day.
FunkMasterJay
08-05-2018, 07:49 AM #4

I am going for option D. Just a matter of getting everything together so I can do the full job in one day.

James S
Posting Freak
1,240
09-05-2018, 02:41 AM
#5
Yeah, I have got a separate amp and aftermarket head unit, will get them fitted soon.
I was just wondering what happens if you plug an aftermarket unit in without the amp bypass cable?
James S
09-05-2018, 02:41 AM #5

Yeah, I have got a separate amp and aftermarket head unit, will get them fitted soon.
I was just wondering what happens if you plug an aftermarket unit in without the amp bypass cable?

edeath
Senior Member
525
09-05-2018, 02:50 AM
#6
It does not work. The amp only works with the OEM head unit.

Was Supercharged Racing Green IS200 Sport. Now APR Stage 1 Seat Leon Cupra (220 Bhp).
edeath
09-05-2018, 02:50 AM #6

It does not work. The amp only works with the OEM head unit.


Was Supercharged Racing Green IS200 Sport. Now APR Stage 1 Seat Leon Cupra (220 Bhp).

FirebirdPhil
Posting Freak
7,101
09-05-2018, 02:54 AM
#7
If you remove the OEM head unit you loose sat nav (if its installed).
There are dongles correct this annoyance but I am not sure who sells them now.

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FirebirdPhil
09-05-2018, 02:54 AM #7

If you remove the OEM head unit you loose sat nav (if its installed).
There are dongles correct this annoyance but I am not sure who sells them now.


"Life's goal is not to arrive safely at the grave in a well preserved body. But, rather to skid in sideways........
totally worn out and broken, shouting 'Holy ****, WHAT A RIDE!'"

Stoney
Posting Freak
2,117
09-05-2018, 06:33 AM
#8
James S I was just wondering what happens if you plug an aftermarket unit in without the amp bypass cable?

eDeath is correct, there would be no sound whatsoever.

[Image: tempsig2.jpg]
Confusedad: It was a tough call to make, but the Supercharged IS200 is being retired. Confusedad:
Stoney
09-05-2018, 06:33 AM #8

James S I was just wondering what happens if you plug an aftermarket unit in without the amp bypass cable?

eDeath is correct, there would be no sound whatsoever.


[Image: tempsig2.jpg]
Confusedad: It was a tough call to make, but the Supercharged IS200 is being retired. Confusedad:

James S
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09-05-2018, 09:38 PM
#9
O right, didnn't think there would be no sound at all.

Hmm.... and didn't think about the sat nav. If i'd have known that i wouldn't have bought a Navigator model, and hunted for a sport LOL! ****** typical!

Why are cars so god **** expensive to modify! All I want is some decent tunes in the car, and at the min I have to burn a cd everytime I get some new music. GRR!
James S
09-05-2018, 09:38 PM #9

O right, didnn't think there would be no sound at all.

Hmm.... and didn't think about the sat nav. If i'd have known that i wouldn't have bought a Navigator model, and hunted for a sport LOL! ****** typical!

Why are cars so god **** expensive to modify! All I want is some decent tunes in the car, and at the min I have to burn a cd everytime I get some new music. GRR!

Rabster
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09-05-2018, 11:07 PM
#10
james we can get the Nav working without the factory radio connected, alternatively we could change your screen at the top to be a dvd output or car pc etc lol



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Rabster
09-05-2018, 11:07 PM #10

james we can get the Nav working without the factory radio connected, alternatively we could change your screen at the top to be a dvd output or car pc etc lol




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